'The Social Network Part II' in the Works With Aaron Sorkin Directing
Summary
A followup toDavid FincherandAaron Sorkin'sThe Social Networkis in the works.
Deadlinereports that Sorkin, who wrote the predecessor, will take over director duties forThe Social Network Part II.Rather than a direct followup, the film will reportedly take inspiration from Jeff Horowitz and theWall Street Journal's 'The Facebook Files.' The series of articles took a deep dive intoFacebook's internal document leak, where it confirmed that the platform was aware of its harmful effects on society.
Not much is known about the film, leaving many to ask whether the origial cast — led by Jesse Eisenberg and Andrew Garfield — will return. Sorkin will be directing and writing, as well producing alongside Todd Black, Peter Rice and Stuart Besser.
The Social Networkreleased in 2010 and was based onThe Accidental Billionairesby Ben Mezrich. It went on to win three Academy Awards out of eight nominations, and earned $226 million USD at the global box office.
Stay tuned for an official trailer and release date.
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